Replacement effects are Magic’s built-in rules that modify or tweak game events before they happen. They can also get quite messy, though, so let’s break down the ins and outs of how replacement effects work in MTG.
Read moreCard advantage specifically comes down to deckbuilding and opportunities during a game. What is card advantage, and why is it important? Let’s find out!
Read moreSimic has some of the scariest commanders, especially in casual play. But what about the lesser-known commanders?
Read moreHave you ever woken up in the morning and just felt groggy and detached from everything? Or maybe you watched a movie where some dude pops out of a portal and throws up. That’s more or less how your creatures feel when you summon them in...
Read moreIf you’ve ever found yourself foiled by a slew of counterspells and wished your spells just affected the board, you might enjoy cast triggers that provide at least a little value whenever you cast the spell, even if it doesn’t resolve.
Read moreDouble-faced commanders in are legendary cards that have two sides, each with its own abilities. These commanders give you more flexibility during a game and often let you switch strategies mid-match.
Read moreSome creatures die easier than others. But creatures with the undying keyword come back stronger after death. This is a simple keyword that saw play in Standard and is now a staple of Modern.
Read moreToday’s article looks at the most impactful mono-white wincons across each major MTG format. We rank them based on how powerful and reliable their effects are when it comes to closing out a match, whether you’re ahead, behind, or at a...
Read moreLike any fantasy universe, Magic has its fair share of big baddies across the Multiverse. Phyrexians. Slivers. Birds. But none are as horrifying (or as wiggly) as the Lovecraftian Eldrazi creatures. They’re a fan favorite race of tentacle...
Read moreOrzhov enchantments are often role-players in specific decks. These cards may have slipped past your notice before now, but today is the day to find a hidden gem for your black and white deck!
Read moreThe Tyranid Swarm precon introduced the ferocious tyranid army to Magic, along with the swarm’s voracious “ravenous” mechanic.
Read moreZhalfir takes us to an afrofantasy plane that’s been a part of Magic for years, formerly as a continent on Dominaria but now a full-fledged plane. It looks vibrant, exciting, and it’s my most anticipated set of the year—but what do we...
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